Non-conformities are any deviations from the required standards, specifications, or procedures. They can occur in any aspect of a business, from products and services to processes and systems.
Non-conformities in HxGN EAM are represented by a record type called Nonconformity. Nonconformity records store information about the nonconformity, such as:
- The type of nonconformity
- The severity of the nonconformity
- The equipment or asset involved
- The date and time the nonconformity was discovered
- The person who discovered the nonconformity
- The corrective action that needs to be taken
Nonconformity records can also be linked to other records in HxGN EAM, such as work orders, corrective action requests, and preventive maintenance tasks. This allows organizations to track the progress of nonconformities through the corrective action process.
Benefits of using HxGN EAM to manage non-conformities
There are several benefits to using HxGN EAM to manage non-conformities, including:
- Improved visibility and tracking of non-conformities
- Reduced risk of non-conformities being overlooked or forgotten
- Improved efficiency of the corrective action process
- Improved compliance with standards and regulations
How to use HxGN EAM to manage non-conformities
To use HxGN EAM to manage non-conformities, you will need to:
- Create a nonconformity record for each nonconformity that is discovered.
- Investigate the nonconformity to determine the root cause.
- Develop and implement a corrective action plan to address the root cause of the nonconformity.
- Verify that the corrective action has been effective by completing a follow-up inspection.
Conclusion
Non-conformities can have a negative impact on a business's products and services, as well as its reputation. By using HxGN EAM to manage non-conformities, organizations can improve visibility and tracking of non-conformities, reduce the risk of non-conformities being overlooked or forgotten, improve the efficiency of the corrective action process, and improve compliance with standards and regulations.